Apple Releases iOS 8.0.2, Apologizes For Botched Software Update

TOKYO, JAPAN - SEPTEMBER 19: A member of the press compares the new iPhone models at the launch of the new Apple iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 plus at the Apple Omotesando store on September 19, 2014 in Tokyo, Japan. On September 19, Apple's new products, iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, with iOS 8 featuring 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch displays, have become available in the US, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Puerto Rico, Singapore and the UK, and will be available in more than 20 additional countries beginning on September 26. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

Just one day after a botched software update left some iPhone users without cellular service, Apple has released a new update to correct that and other bugs.

Users of iOS devices can now download and install iOS 8.0.2, either through iTunes or on the device itself.

"iOS 8.0.2 is now available for users, it fixes an issue that affected iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus users who downloaded iOS 8.0.1, and includes improvements and bug fixes originally in iOS 8.0.1," the company said in a statement. "We apologize for inconveniencing the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus users who were impacted by the bug in iOS 8.0.1."

On Wednesday, customers who upgraded to iOS 8.0.1 reported losing cellphone service as well as having problems with Touch ID, the security feature that allows users to unlock the phone with a fingerprint.

BEFORE YOU GO

1Third-Party Keyboards

They're finally here. You can download and use third-party keyboards with the iPhone. While Apple has clearly perfected the on-screen keyboard you'll be able to choose from a range of alternatives including Swiftkey and Swype.

2Instant Repy

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Rather than having to open the app you've had the notification from you can simply swipe down and deal with it through the Notifications bar.

3Multi-tasking 2.0

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The multi-tasking screen now shows a list of recent and favourite contacts at the top allowing you to perform quick actions like sending messages or making calls.

4Apple Keyboard 2.0

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Apple has taken its already exemplary keyboard and thrown in some new features including auto-predict.

5iCloud Drive

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Apple is taking on Dropbox with its own in-Mac cloud drive that you can drag files to on Mac, iOS and Windows.

6Health

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This is a brand-new app that'll appear on your homescreen. It compiles all your health data from third-party apps and places it into one cohesive picture of your health. For some this will be a game-changer, for others it'll be another app to dump in a folder.

7Siri 2.0

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Siri has been given a significant overhaul with Shazam integration as standard as well as the ability to purchase iTunes content.

8Touch ID App Support

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Third-party apps now have access to Touch ID so you can login, authenticate purchases and access your own data using the fingerprint sensor. Of course none of these apps will have access to your fingerprint data as even Apple doesn't.

9Metal

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You'll never seen Metal, only its effects. Metal is a new software update for developers that should massively change your iPhone's ability to power games. Your iPhone 5 and 5s will reap the most benefit with games looking much better and running much smoother.

10HomeKit

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This is a slow burner but as you start buying smart home equipment you'll start noticing the difference. Apple has opened up iOS 8 to smart home tech including smart locks and smart garages so you can use iOS 8 to control your home.